Pipeline Equipment Operator/Excavator Provincial Occupational Analysis

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1 Pipeline Equipment Operator/Excavator Provincial Occupational Analysis 19 April 01 9 May May 01

2 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May 01 1 Table of Contents Block A General Trade Practices A1. Demonstrates safe working practices and procedures A2. Communication A3. Transports Equipment A4. Environmental Issues Block B Equipment Inspection and Maintenance B1. Performs preventive and predictive maintenance B2. Performs pre-operational checks B3. Performs continual checks B4. Performs minor repairs Block C Pipeline Procedures C1. Operates excavator and attachments C2. Performs clearing operations C3. Cuts grade C4. Digs ditch C5. Backfills ditch C6. Performs clean up operations C7. Assists tie in crew C8. Assists boring crew C9. Assists testing crew C10. Recovers equipment C11. Performs river crossings C12. Performs pipeline maintenance

3 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May 01 2 Block Task Subtask Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities A. General Trade Practices A1. Demonstrates safe working practices and procedures A1.1 Identifies potential health and safety hazards A1.2 Maintains good housekeeping A1.3 Wears personal protective equipment A1.4 Operates emergency safety equipment A1.5 Assures protection from fire and other hazards A1.6 Gives hand signals A1.7 Demonstrates safe working practices for electrical components and systems A1.8 Applies safety procedures to lift and secure equipment A1.9 Uses and maintains tools and equipment A1.10 Assist with procedures for boost starting vehicle A1.11 Demonstrates safe vehicle and equipment towing practices A1.12 Identifies climate extremes Knowledge of potential health hazards and safety hazards Knowledge of safe work practices Knowledge of safe lifting practices Ability to work safely to protect self and others from harm Knowledge of waste disposal and management procedures and responsibilities Knowledge of procedures for maintaining cleanliness and order Knowledge of procedures for cleaning up grease and oil spills Knowledge of unsafe tools, such as mushroomed heads, split handles, frayed cables, bulged hoses, poor electrical connections Knowledge of operation and safe application of tools and equipment Knowledge of power tool hazards Knowledge of purpose, types, styles, storage and operation of tools and shop equipment Ability to select appropriate tool for task Knowledge of safe operating techniques for general shop equipment Knowledge of methods for extinguishing types of fires and

4 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May 01 3 the appropriate fire extinguisher Knowledge of storage and handling of flammable materials, liquids and gases (including Propane, Acetylene) Knowledge of explosion and implosion hazards Ability to identify explosion and implosion hazards Knowledge of site evacuation procedures Knowledge of responses to extreme weather conditions Knowledge of impact of climate conditions on personnel and equipment Knowledge of alternative methods for performing work n wet, cold and icy conditions Ability to identify changes/modifications for methods of work to be performed Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations Knowledge of WHMIS legislation Ability to operate fire extinguishers Knowledge of types of personal protective equipment Ability to maintain and adjust personal protective equipment Knowledge of dangers associated with jewelry, loose clothing and long hair when working with

5 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May 01 4 machinery Knowledge of location of emergency safety equipment Knowledge of operating procedures for safety equipment Knowledge of emergency phone numbers and Hospital locations Ability to maintain first aid kits Knowledge of site safety rules and regulations Ability to estimate weights of materials Knowledge of lifting equipment capacity Knowledge of slings, hooks, chains and shackle capacity Ability to inspect rigging Ability to calculate safe working loads for various rigging Knowledge of load charts Knowledge of lifting points Ability to identify proper lifting points Knowledge of manufacturers designed equipment, ie bucket Knowledge of hazards associated with working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems Knowledge of first aid Knowledge of CPR Ability to apply first aid Ability to apply CPR Knowledge of appropriate grounding techniques for electrical equipment/tools

6 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May 01 5 Ability to recognize hazards associated with electrical equipment Knowledge of safe towing/recovery procedures using slings, chains and cables Ability to demonstrate safe towing practices Knowledge of hand signals and protocol Ability to give hand signals Knowledge of light, flag and audible signals Knowledge of safe boosting procedures Ability to assist and apply safe boosting procedures Knowledge of equipment lockout procedures Knowledge of flagging Knowledge of signage

7 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May 01 6 A2. Communication A2.1 Communicates with management A2.2 Communicates with inspection and land owners A2.3 Communicates with job site personnel A2.4 Communicates with apprentices A2.5 Completes written communication Knowledge of general type of work to be performed Knowledge of excavator operations Ability to interpret sketches and written instructions Ability to communicate verbally Knowledge of the importance of clarifying job requirements Knowledge of the importance of positive land owner relations Ability to communicate effectively Knowledge of procedures and forms for reporting injuries Ability to complete forms and documentation Knowledge and understanding of pipeline terminology Ability to determine if job complies with acts and regulations Ability to maintain client and other 3 rd party relations Knowledge of role and importance of signal person Knowledge of job and roles and responsibilities of site personnel Ability to identify and discuss important elements of job with site personnel Knowledge of levels of authority of site personnel

8 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May 01 7 Knowledge of theoretical and practical knowledge and skills for excavator operation Ability to model safe work practices to apprentices Ability to instruct and educate apprentices and provide feedback on their performance Knowledge of regulations and policies governing log books Ability to maintain log books Knowledge of the importance of work site documentation Ability to complete records and documentation properly Understanding of 2 way communication procedures Ability to operate 2 way communication equipment

9 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May 01 8 A3. Transports Equipment A3.1 Prepares machine for transport A3.2 Load machine on trailer A3.3 Secure machine on trailer A3.4 Unload machine Ability to prepare machine for transport Knowledge of machine and attachment weights Knowledge of transport weight restrictions Ability to attach/detach equipment attachments Ability to load/unload machine Ability to position machine and attachments on trailer Knowledge of machine tie-down Points Knowledge of chains and other hold down devices Knowledge of safe rigging practices Knowledge of various types of trailers Awareness of applicable acts and regulations for the transportation of heavy equipment and dangerous goods Knowledge of safe operating distances from power lines

10 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May 01 9 A4. Environmental issues A4.1 Cleans equipment A4.2 Performs right of way clearing operations A4.3 Strips top soil A4.4 Backfills and compacts ditch lines and graded cuts A4.5 Restores right of way A4.6 Assists emergency crews Knowledge of various cleaning practices Knowledge of cleaning products and equipment Knowledge of regulations for containment of materials when cleaning equipment Knowledge of oil and lubricant disposal regulations Ability to operate various cleaning equipment Knowledge of environmental regulations for right of way removal of trees, top soil and subsoil Ability to ensure natural drainage is maintained Ability to restore drainage patterns and contours as per environmental requirements Ability to restore right of way according to environmental regulations Knowledge of Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers environmental procedures (CAPP) Ability and willingness to assist outside agencies in emergencies (fire, flood, etc)

11 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May Block Task Subtask Knowledge, Skills & Abilities B. Equipment Inspection and Maintenance B1. Performs preventive and predictive maintenance B1.1 Checks fluid levels B1.2 Inspects and cleans equipment B1.3 Conducts walk around inspections Knowledge of manufacturers preventative maintenance requirements and specifications Ability to interpret manufacturer s maintenance schedules Ability to follow and perform maintenance check list from manuals Knowledge of locations of fluid dipsticks and inspection ports Knowledge of physical properties of lubricants Knowledge of manufacturers fluid level specifications and inspection procedures Knowledge of manufactures fluid/lubrication specifications Knowledge of walk-around inspections Ability to inspect static equipment for abnormal conditions such as wear, leaks, loose components, unsafe conditions, track adjustment and general equipment condition Understanding of the importance of changing fluids Knowledge of procedures for reporting equipment faults Knowledge of proper fueling procedures

12 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May B2. Performs pre-operational checks B2.1 Inspects and services engine systems B2.2 Inspects and services air systems B2.3 Inspects and services electrical systems B2.4 Inspects and services hydraulic systems B2.5 Inspects and services chassis and running gear components B2.6 Inspects swing and propel unit B2.7 Inspects boom, dipper stick and hoe bucket B2.8 Inspects and services operating controls B2.9 Inspects monitoring and warning systems B2.10 Cycles systems and checks machine functions Basic understanding of engine systems, the components and their operation Knowledge of company inspection procedures Ability to change filters and engine oil Knowledge of oil and lubricant disposal regulations Knowledge of lubricant storage techniques and regulations Ability to read gauges Knowledge of pre-start inspections Ability to bleed fuel systems Basic understanding of air intake systems and their operation Ability to change air filters and service air intake systems Basic understanding of electrical systems and their operation Knowledge of wiring and fuses Ability to change fuses and bulbs Ability to inspect, clean and test batteries and cables Basic understanding of hydraulic systems and their operation Ability to change hydraulic filters and hoses Basic understanding of the chassis and running gear components and their operation Ability to adjust track tension

13 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May Knowledge of track grousers Ability to select track grousers and proper spacing and placement Basic understanding of engine cooling systems Ability to check for component wear and undue stress Ability to grease chassis and drive train Knowledge of manufactures specifications for slings Knowledge of operating systems, components and attachments Ability to inspect, adjust and set required components and attachments Ability to check bucket lifting device Ability to replace bucket teeth and side cutters Knowledge of monitoring and warning systems / components Knowledge of excavator controls and factors that could affect excavator functions (snow, ice, rain, wind, mud) Ability to cycle all systems and evaluate machine functions

14 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May B3 Performs continual checks B3.1 Monitors all gauges and indicators B3.2 Monitors all excavator systems and functions B3.3 Monitors machine performance Knowledge of excavator systems and appropriate gauges Knowledge of manufacturers recommendations Ability to interpret gauges and indicators Ability to monitor operational systems and components Knowledge of various warning systems Ability to monitor warning systems Knowledge of machine hazards such as excessive wear, weather limitations and structural stress Ability to monitor machine performance Ability to troubleshoot unusual noises Ability to follow troubleshooting charts

15 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May B4 Performs minor repairs B4.1 Identifies needed repairs B4.2 Replaces damaged or worn components B4.3 Ensures maintenance order is completed Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of operators and technicians (site specific) Ability to determine when to notify technician Ability to apply basic mechanical skills Ability to perform necessary adjustments Ability to replace damaged or worn components Knowledge of excavator performance characteristics Ability to verify maintenance order is completed

16 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May Block Task Subtask Knowledge, Skills & Abilities C. Pipeline Procedures C1. Operates excavator and attachments Hydraulic thumb Vibrator Ripper shank Screw anchor Hydraulic hammer Various buckets Spoon C1.1 Practices safe operating procedures C1.2 Evaluates job conditions C1.3 Performs digging operations C1.4 Performs lifting procedures C1.5 Operates various attachments Knowledge of proper excavator operation Knowledge of excavator capability and limitations Knowledge of excavator safety features Ability to start, stop, park and shut down equipment following safety procedures and other requirements Ability to interpret operators manual Ability to operate excavator and attachments efficiently Ability to select buckets Knowledge of overhead powerline hazards Ability to verify minimum safe working clearances Knowledge of staking and marking procedures to identify buried services Knowledge of site conditions and hazards Knowledge of safe operating procedures for close proximity Knowledge of utility markers Knowledge of X-ray warnings Ability to assess terrain conditions Ability to work safely and cautiously in hazardous conditions

17 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May Ability to interpret excavation and trenching standards Ability to interpret transportation of dangerous goods act Ability to interpret municipal bylaws and utility regulations Knowledge of confined entry procedures Ability to identify confined space requirements for entry Knowledge of pipeline right of way markings Knowledge of field pipe markings Ability to off set pipe seams for welding operations Ability to identify a drag section Knowledge of bucket techniques Ability to apply productivity to cycle time Ability to read grade stakes Ability to check depth of excavation Ability to select and install rigging hardware and slings Ability to identify proper pipe lifting hooks Ability to secure and lift loads Ability to attach tag line Ability to operate hydraulic thumb Ability to operate vibrator Ability to operate ripper shank Ability to operate screw anchor

18 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May Ability to operate hydraulic hammer Ability to use various buckets Ability to operate spoon Ability to excavate foreign line and pipe crossings (hot lines) C2. Performs clearing operations C2.1 Stock piles logs C2.2 Grubs stumps C2.3 Removes rocks Knowledge of hazards associated with stock piling logs Knowledge of types of trees Knowledge of hazards associated with brushing operations Ability to sort logs Ability to stack logs Ability to dig out and pile stumps Knowledge of tree burning and containment Ability to construct burning piles Ability to roll burning piles Ability to knock down leaners Ability to clear extra work space Ability to determine disposal areas Ability to determine salvageable and non salvageable materials Ability to construct fire breaks Knowledge of burying operations Ability to dig out rocks Ability to work on grade/slopes Ability to bury brush piles

19 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May C3. Cuts grade C3.1 Strips topsoil C3.2 Installs flume pipe C3.3 Installs bridge C3.4 Builds ramps C3.5 Builds erosion control measures C3.6 Removes cuts Knowledge of various soil types Ability to strip top soil Ability to avoid mixing of top soil and other materials in piles Knowledge of flume pipe installation procedures Ability to install flume pipe Knowledge of bridge installation procedures Ability to prepare banks for bridge installation Ability to install bridges Knowledge of ramp construction Ability to build and tamp ramps Knowledge of erosion control methods Ability to identify specifications for erosion control Ability to install filter cloth, straw Ability to construct settling ponds Ability to set and level rip rap Ability to assist other equipment in the removal of cuts Ability to remove/install temporary fence lines

20 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May C4. Digs Ditches C4.1 Stakes ditch C4.2 Sets in blasting mats C4.3 Digs rock ditch C4.4 Digs ditch C4.5 Digs screw anchor location/weight sections Knowledge of pipeline staking procedures Ability to stake ditch for additional work and sidebends Ability to determine specifications for slope Ability to locate efficient spill sites Ability to determine when to have hot lines day lighted by hand Ability to dig ditches in various terrain compositions Ability to work off of swamp mats Ability to operate on a winch line Ability to dig sidebend Ability to dig overbend Ability to dig hotbend Ability to dig sag Knowledge of start joints and laps Ability to dig bell holes Ability to dig steps Ability to plug out from ditch line Ability to construct a work pad Knowledge of blasting signals/safe distances Ability to recognize unexploded holes Ability to set in blasting mats Knowledge of constructing wild life crossings and appropriate distances

21 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May Ability to install soft plugs Ability to rip frost C5. Backfills ditch C5.1 Fills ditch C2.2 Supports hanging pipe C5.3 Squeezes water C5.4 Sand padding Ability to identify ditch specifications Ability to identify all cable and foreign pipeline crossings Ability to determine the amount of cover to be used Ability to construct a uniform roach Ability to identify ditch conditions (stability, frost, etc) Knowledge of water control in the ditch Ability to place swamp weights as required Ability to install plugs for water control Ability to squeeze water from the ditch Knowledge of pipe supporting procedures Ability to shade the pipe Ability to tamp ditch line Ability to sand pad the ditch (pipe in or out of the ditch)

22 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May C6. Conducts clean up operations C6.1 Restores right of way C6.2 Removes ramps C6.3 Removes flume pipes C6.4 Buries debris C6.5 Dresses stream banks C6.6 Dresses bar ditch C6.7 Assists dozer C6.8 Loads trucks Knowledge of environmental requirements Ability to evaluate existing contours and replacement of soil Ability to determine original lay of land and match slope Ability to match virgin soil Ability to spread and level top soil Ability to rebuild road crossings Ability to rebuild and open drainage ditches Ability to rebuild stream/river banks Ability to put in water breakers Ability to build dikes Ability to remove filter cloth/crazy carpet Ability to pull brush from tree line Ability to pull excess material off hot lines Ability to move spill for finishing by dozer Ability to bury debris and cover with fill Ability to remove ramps Ability to remove flume pipe Ability to remove rip rap Ability to install warning signs Ability to determine specifications for bar ditches Ability to install fences Knowledge of procedures for loading trucks

23 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May C7 Assists tie in crew C8 Assists boring crew C7.1 Restores bell holes C7.2 Hoists pipe/weights C7.3 Positions swamp weights C7.4 Hoists pipe at overlap C7.5 Installs shoring C7.6 Restores road crossings C7.7 Excavates hot lines C8.1 Digs bore pit C8.2 Removes tailings C8.3 Performs hoisting operations Ability to determine requirements for bell holes Ability to construct steps Ability to check balance of load and security of rigging Ability to hoist pipe at overlap Ability to lower pipe joint on right of way Ability to operate on swamp mats Ability to attach a winch cable for support as required Ability to tramp road sections Ability to set concrete pads and marking tape in bar ditch Knowledge of shoring requirements for various soil conditions Ability to install/remove shoring Ability to positions swamp mats Ability to work on swamp mats Knowledge of hot line trenching procedures Ability to dig hot lines Knowledge of boring operations and trenching requirements Ability to position boring machine Ability to determine extra depth requirements due to boring spill Ability to construct various boring trenches Ability to cut a key way Ability to act as an anchor for the boring machine

24 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May Ability to position boring pipe/augers C9. Assists testing crew C9.1 Trenching C9.2 Hoisting C9.3 Operates support equipment Knowledge of equipment used in pipe line testing Ability to dig test section Ability to dig drips Ability to remove hazardous waste from test site location Ability to load pigs into launchers Ability to install pig catchers/receivers Ability to install water lines Ability to place suction pumps Ability to operate air compressors and pumps Knowledge of the hazards associated with the use of methanol C10 Recovers equipment C10.1 Pulls out equipment C10.2 Pulls out own excavator Knowledge of vehicle/equipment recovery procedures Ability to recover pipeline equipment from various terrain conditions Ability to skid/position equipment Knowledge of towing/repositioning disabled equipment

25 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May C11. Performs river/creek crossings C11.1 River trenching C11.2 Works on ice/muskeg Knowledge of methods for working on ice/muskeg Ability to source information for changing ice conditions Knowledge of alternative methods for working on ice Ability to adjust operating procedures/schedules for river crossings Knowledge of river break constructions for spoil pile openings Knowledge of spoil pile placement on river crossings Ability to place swamp mats Ability to work off swamp mats Knowledge of river crossing procedures Knowledge of back fill operations in river crossings Ability to backfill ditch line under water Knowledge of equipment modifications required to comply with environmental regulations Ability to dig waste pits Ability to assist sourman Ability to assist directional drilling operations Ability to install/remove bladders/aqua dam Ability to install/remove shoring plates Knowledge of procedures to trench slough/swamp

26 Pipeline Equipment Operator Excavator Occupational Analysis 22 May Knowledge of dirty water containment Knowledge of water filtration Knowledge of generator containment pit construction/placement Ability to dig generator containment pit C12. Pipeline Maintenance Procedures C12.1 Excavate main line/valve C12.2 Digs bell hole Knowledge of hot line excavation procedures Knowledge of placement of swamp mats for hot digs Knowledge of dead line excavation procedures Ability to dig a bell hole around an existing pipe Ability to excavate with a spoon Knowledge of hot tap procedures